Woodlands are wonderful places at all times of the year but the autumn season is an especially beautiful time to get out and enjoy nature. While the numbers of migratory birds have diminished, there is still lots of activity in the forest. On Sunday, September 28, staff of the Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project will be leading an Autumn Woodland Walk through the trails on the Macphail Homestead in Orwell.

The walk will be an excellent opportunity to learn about the natural history of Prince Edward Island and develop an appreciation for woodland communities. It begins at the Nature Centre at 2pm.

Many people find autumn the most beautiful time to be in the woods, with cooler temperatures and lovely colours. There is much to learn at any time of year in a forest and the walk combines physical activity with a relaxed learning environment.

Over the past years, hundreds of people have taken part in the walks and workshops and become more observant of the natural world around them. Registration is not required and there is no charge for the workshop. For more information on this or upcoming tours and workshops, please call 651-2575.

The tea room at the Macphail Homestead is still open for the summer and it is a great place to stop for a bite to eat either before or after the workshop.

The walk is part of an ongoing series of nature and forest-related activities sponsored by the Environmental Coalition of PEI and the Sir Andrew Macphail Foundation.